Microsoft's AI Agents Introduction
CEO introduced a new wave of AI tools, termed "agents," at the Ignite 2024 conference in , designed to operate autonomously across various tasks in work and life.
These AI agents, capable of tasks like reviewing customer returns and managing shipping invoices, represent a shift towards more autonomous, beneficial AI applications beyond simple chatbots.
Criticism and Competition
CEO criticized Microsoft's AI pivot as "panic mode," labeling the company's existing AI assistant, , as inaccurate and a data risk.
Despite skepticism from competitors, Microsoft emphasizes its commitment to making technology impactful, aiming to drive business transformations and improve efficiency through its AI advancements.